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June2021
Review Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny - A Series High Point, Just Not For Performance
Zed's dead, dood. Zed's dead.
Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny feels like an oddly topical title for Nippon Ichi Software. About two years ago, the company effectively ran out of money following a catastrophic mobile game launch, and it certainly appeared for a while that Nippon Ichi was going to go under. Somehow, the publisher managed to weather the...
Random Shulk's Voice Actor Stars In The Latest Mario Golf TV Ad, And It's A Must-See
We're really feeling it
Not official artwork. We Photoshopped this. What do you mean, 'you could already tell'? Today sees the launch of Mario Golf: Super Rush on Nintendo Switch – are you planning on getting a copy? – but what if we told you there's a TV ad for the game starring none other than Adam Howden, the English voice actor behind...
Japanese Charts Game Builder Garage Stays Top As Nintendo Takes Entire Top Ten
100,000 physical copies sold in two weeks
Famitsu's Japanese chart figures are now in for the week ending 20th June, revealing that Game Builder Garage has managed to stay on top in its second week on sale. The game sold another estimated 31,487 physical copies this week, meaning it's now sold more than 100,000 units at retail in Japan. It leads a...
News The Big 1.0.5 Patch For Story Of Seasons Is Out This Weekend
We've also got details on patch 1.0.6
We've already spent quite a few column inches on the much-awaited 1.0.5 patch for Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town, and how it'll go some way to fixing the tedious Maker machines and the boring dialogue. The patch was released in Japan at the beginning of the mo
News Rejoice, Black Leather Pants Are Coming To Monster Hunter Rise
"They're not coming off, man!"
A new event quest has been added to Monster Hunter Rise which gives players the opportunity to craft black leather pants. Ross will be pleased. The quest is called 'Alumudron: Fashion Victim', and sees players hunting an Almudron. You see, Rondine the Trader has shown Hamon the Blacksmith a "pair of tight pants from...
News Indigo 7 Is A New Coming-Of-Age Puzzler Inspired By Puyo Puyo Tetris
Launching on Switch next month
Dolores Entertainment has announced that Indigo 7 Quest for love, a new puzzle adventure game, will launch on Nintendo Switch on 8th July. Indigo 7 boasts single-player and multiplayer puzzle gameplay inspired by both Puyo Puyo Tetris and 1991 puzzle game, 7 Colors. As you'll spot in the trailer above, the game also...
Poll Mario Golf: Super Rush Is Out Today On Switch, Are You Getting It?
Have your say...
It's been just over seven years since we were last treated to a Mario Golf game, so Super Rush's arrival on Switch today is most welcome indeed. With plenty of fan-favourite Mushroom Kingdom stars all correct and present, as well as some interesting new gameplay modes to freshen things up a little bit, Super Rush has no doubt been...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 12.0.0 Arrives Soon, Kazuya's Launch Likely Imminent
Remember to save those replays!
Nintendo has confirmed that Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's next major update, which will take the game to Version 12.0.0, will be arriving "in the near future," potentially giving the game away on the next fighter's release window. The incoming arrival of Version 12.0.0 was announced on social media this morning;...
Guide Mario Golf: Super Rush - How To Create The Best Mii In Golf Adventure
All about priorities
Mario Golf: Super Rush is out now, and its most notable mode is Golf Adventure, a single player experience that introduces you to a variety of techniques, characters and courses. In this mode you play as your preferred Mii, and the progress for your character then transitions across into any other mode where you choose to use...
News Nihon Falcom Announce Four More 'Trails' Games Coming To Switch In The West
Bit of a wait for them, though
As part of Nihon Falcom's 40th anniversary celebration stream (above), the company has confirmed that it's bringing four more games from the Legend of Heroes RPG series to Switch over the next couple of years. This venerable series began life as a Dragon Slayer spin-off way back in 1989, although the Trails subset...
Guide Where To Buy Mario Golf: Super Rush On Switch
Grab your clubs and get to the buggy
It's been a while since Mario and his Mushroom Kingdom mates hit the fairway and whacked some small balls around the countryside, but the plumber and his pals are finally back on Switch in Mario Golf: Super Rush. With a host of colourful characters filling out the ranks, you can also play this Switch entry in the...
News Nintendo Has Released A Day-One Update For Mario Golf: Super Rush
Download it today!
It's become standard practice for Nintendo to release day-one updates for its latest releases on the Switch. Following on from first-day patches for Miitopia and Game Builder Garage, we've now got one for Camelot's game, Mario Golf: Super Rush. It bumps the title up to Version 1.1.0. According to Nintendo's official support page,...
Reminder Trial Version Of Monster Hunter Stories 2 Available On Switch
Get hunting!
Capcom's next release Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is arriving on the Nintendo Switch next month. For anyone who is interested in this turn-based RPG spin-off, you might want to check out the free trial version which is now available on the Switch eShop in certain regions. It will be rolled out in other locations later...
News You Can Download Japan's Pokémon Unite Switch Network Test And Play Right Now
Try it out before the full release next month
Ahead of the launch of Pokémon Unite, The Pokémon Company and Tencent have rolled out a public network test in Japan. It means you can actually download and play this new free-to-play title from the Japanese eShop right now. Of course, you'll need to have created an eShop account for this region in...
News The Cotton Reboot For Switch Arrives In The West This July
Better late than never
Update: The Switch eShop listing for Cotton Reboot! has now changed the western release date from this month to next. It's now arriving on 20th July for $39.99 USD. Above is the latest trailer. Original story: Earlier this year, the classic shmup Cotton Reboot! arrived on the Switch in Japan. It's a remake of the Sharp...
Round Up The Mario Golf: Super Rush Reviews Are In
Is it any good?
Mario Golf: Super Rush is launching on Nintendo Switch in less than 24 hours, bringing Mushroom Kingdom-flavoured golfing action to the console for the first time. The Mario Golf series has a large and dedicated fanbase, but is this latest entry up to par? Reviews for the game have now been published, including our very own. Below,...
Nintendo Download 24th June (Europe)
Mario Golf! Tony Hawk's 1+2! Worms Rumble! Legend of Mana!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail eShop - New Releases: Alex Kidd in...
Review Mario Golf: Super Rush - A Solid Swing, But Par For The Course
Don't worry, not a fore out of ten
Camelot is a studio that has, for many years, dutifully churned out mascot sports games for Nintendo. Players often go back to the retro days when pinpointing the company's best efforts, though if you go by most recent form — Mario Tennis Aces — the studio is still doing good work. After serving up court-based...
Nintendo Download 24th June (North America)
Mario Golf: Super Rush! Legend of Mana! DISGAEA 6!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - Highlights: Mario Golf: Super Rush...
News Rocket League's Bringing Back Iconic Cars For Its Summer Road Trip Next Month
Including the DeLorean and Jurassic World Jeep
Psyonix has announced lots of juicy details for Rocket League's upcoming Summer Road Trip event, confirming that it'll kick off on 1st July. Available to play on all platforms, the event will feature new and returning content, perhaps most excitingly including a selection of cars that will be available...
News Ex-SpongeBob Animator Chris Gottron Is Working On A "Zelda-Like" Survival Game For Switch
Update: Kickstarter smashed, stretch goals announced
Update: And just like that, Cloudscape has reached its Kickstarter goal. In an update to backers, Gottron has revealed a series of stretch goals including a museum and a farming expansion. The campaign has already generated $60,000 in funding with 28 days still left to go. Original Article (Wed...
Review Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 - A Rock Solid Switch Port For A Pair Of Pros
Vertuous Mission
If there's ever been a pair of videogames that need little to no introduction, whose glowing reputations proceed them to the extent that everyone from tired old pros to fresh-faced newcomers has surely heard of them by this point, it's the genre-defining Tony Hawk's Pro Skater and its sublime sequel. The first two entries in a...
News New Sakuna: Of Rice And Ruin Update Allows You To Dual Wield Cats And Dogs
The best update
Following on from Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin's one million sales milestone earlier this month, developer Edelweiss has rolled out a brand new update across all platforms including the Switch. It gives players the ability to hold a dog and cat at the same time. In addition to this, your dog will now also come running to greet you when...
News Monster Hunter Rise Version 3.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Download it today
Monster Hunter Rise has been the Nintendo Switch success story of 2021 so far. As of the end of May, the game had shipped over seven million copies worldwide and had reached its third major update. Capcom has now rolled out version 3.1.0. This particular download is only a small one, but it still includes a lot of changes and...
News Showcase Your Switch In Style With This New Customisable Carry Case
Available to order now
There are plenty of different options available when it comes to Nintendo Switch storage solutions and carry cases, but it's not often you find one that lets you customise your order. If you're looking for a carry case that's a little different, Casetify's 'Custom Switch Carry Case' might be worth a look. It has space for...
First Impressions Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Is An RPG Of Monstrous Potential
Yian-Kut-Kool
Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin in out in just a few short weeks, but ahead of that launch we were able to get our hands on it and were granted the luxury of giving you all a bit of a whack from the ol’ impressions stick. The first game came out on the 3DS in the West after the Switch had launched and didn’t perhaps get the...
News Capcom Showcases The Opening Cinematic For Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings Of Ruin
That escalated quickly
Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin isn't far away from its 9th July release date, and a 'trial' demo drops this week on 25th June. Ahead of that demo's release Capcom has decided to share the story's opening cinematic, which you can watch above. It starts off with a rather neat scene of a celebration in a village. It...
News Smash Bros. Celebrates Sonic's 30th With A Special Spirit Board Event
It's a big day for the blue blur
Today marks the 30th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog. Yes, three decades ago, the blue blur got his start on the Sega Genesis in North America. To celebrate this very special occasion, Nintendo's all-star brawler Super Smash Bros. Ultimate will be hosting a special Sonic-themed spirit board event where you can...
News Sword And Shield Leakers Required To Pay The Pokémon Company $150K Each
A lawsuit dating back to 2019 has been settled
In 2019, The Pokémon Company International filed a lawsuit against two individuals who leaked images of Pokémon Sword and Shield from an unreleased strategy guide prior to the new games' official release. It seems justice has finally been served - with both defendants ordered to pay The Pokémon...
News What's Next On Switch? Here's An Infographic Of The Games For 2021 And Beyond
Get ready to play!
Following E3, Nintendo shared a special infographic of all the announcments. Now, it's now released another one - this time showcasing some of the games launching on the Switch in 2021 and 2022. As you can see below, the games already available will be followed by titles like Mario Golf: Super Rush this week, T
Video Nintendo Releases New Overview Trailer For Zelda: Skyward Sword HD
Link returns to the skies next month
We've been told Nintendo would be giving The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD a lot of love in the lead-up to its July release and this very much seems to be the case so far. If all the attention on the company's social media channels wasn't already enough, it has now released an overview trailer that runs for...
News Switch Overwatch Players Can Now Team Up With Xbox, PlayStation And PC Heroes
The cross-play beta has arrived
Overwatch has made some massive announcements in recent times under the new game director Aaron Keller, and today sees the arrival of a long-awaited update: cross-play. Yes, Switch, PlayStation, Xbox and PC heroes can now play together. Just be mindful that it's still technically in beta. In order to participate in...
"Several" Switch games are coming
Forever Entertainment was responsible for last year's Panzer Dragoon remake. Forever Entertainment SA has announced a new publishing deal with Nintendo which will see the studio receive financial backing to launch "several" games on Switch. Details of the agreement have been shared in a new report filed today,...
News Dark Fantasy Metroidvania Ender Lilies Launches On Switch Today
Update: Make sure you update to Version 1.0.1
Update (Tue 22nd Jun, 2021): Since its launch on Switch yesterday, the team behind Ender Lilies has warned players to make sure their game is updated to Version 1.0.1 before getting stuck in. If you play the game at Version 1.0.0, you might come across a game-breaking bug. Original Article (Mon 21st...
Review Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX - Vintage Sega Hero In Mediocre Remake
Putting the sham in Roshambo
We know we're risking the ire of several hundred very cross Sega Master System fans by saying this, but we have to be blunt — the original Alex Kidd in Miracle World, while inarguably an important and formative classic, is and always has been an exceptionally flawed game. Don't get us wrong, there's plenty to like and...
Random This Game Builder Garage Version Of VVVVVV Looks Almost Identical To The Real Thing
A powerful tool in the right hands
Game Builder Garage players have already been sharing plenty of impressive creations, but this latest project is perhaps the closest any has come to truly matching its original source material. Over on Twitter, @CarsonKompon has shared a look at their recreation of VVVVVV, a 2D
Guide Amazon Prime Day 2021 - Best Deals On Nintendo Switch Games, Consoles, Micro SD Cards And More
Time to bag a bargain
It's that magical time of the year again, Amazon Prime Day! This annual event returns to its mid-year summer slot in 2021 (it happened in October last year), and it features two days of deals for Amazon Prime members — hopefully with some juicy Nintendo bargains. Amazon Prime Day 2021 is on its second day now there are some...
News Switch Mobile App Will No Longer Support Splatoon 2's Online Lounge Feature
Other features will "continue to be available"
With Splatoon 3 due out in 2022, Nintendo appears to be winding down certain features tied to Splatoon 2. In a message over on its official support page, the company has announced the game's online lounge feature within the Nintendo Switch Online app will be discontinued as of 28th July this year:...
News Zelda: BOTW Sequel Was The "Most Talked About" E3 2021 Game On Twitter
Linking fans together
Metroid Dread might currently be out in front as the top-selling video game following E3, but over on the social media platform Twitter the conversation is apparently all about the sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. In an official Twitter gaming wrap-up covering the first half of 2021, the platform revealed the...
News Metroid Dread Is GameStop's Top Pre-Order Following E3 2021
Let's go, Samus!
For many Nintendo fans, the standout announcement at E3 this year was Metroid Dread - the first new entry in the original 2D Metroid series in 19 years. It seems to have everyone buzzing, and as a result - the base game, special edition and Samus & EMMI amiibo have been in high demand. With this in mind, video game retail giant...
News Prepare For Survival Platforming With Residual, Launching Later This Year
Coming moon. Er, soon
Games are often about one simple rule: Don't Die. But none more so than survival games, which are more like: Don't Die, But Also We Really Want You To Die. We've seen a fair few survival games in the last few years, many of which are bloody brilliant, and we're now at that stage where we're seeing survival-meets-other-genre...
News The Procession To Calvary Is A Pythonesque Comedy Renaissance Game Coming To Switch
Spam spam spam spam egg + spam
We know, we know — the video game market is positively flooded with Pythonesque comedy renaissance point-and-clicks right now. Honestly, who could have predicted that the 2020s would be the decade of surreal painting manipulation video games? Certainly not us. Our money was on the return of the FMV. Obviously, we're...
News Shin Megami Tensei V Premium Edition Pre-Orders Go Live Alongside A New Trailer
Fall of Man Premium Edition swag incoming
As confirmed during E3 2021, Atlus' Shin Megami Tensei V is launching for Switch on 12th November, and pre-orders for the physical versions of the game are now open. Atlus has put out a new gameplay trailer for the upcoming Switch exclusive, which you can watch above, and you can check out the included...
News Zelda: Skyward Sword HD Will Have "Various Quality-Of-Life Enhancements", Nintendo Says
"Including refinements to player tutorials"
A little bit less Fi? The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD is now less than a month away, yet Nintendo still hasn't actually told us all that much about the improvements we can expect to see over the Wii original. We do know that the revamped Switch release will have "smoother and more intuitive"...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Scamper Shores Island Cat Shine Guide
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Fur Step Island Cat Shine Guide
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Fort Flaptrap Cat Shines
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Pounce Bounce Isle Cat Shines
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Lakeside Giga Bell Cat Shines
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Slipstake Slope Shines
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Clawswipe Colosseum Shines
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Trickity Tower Shines
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Crisp Castle Climb Shines
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Ruins Giga Bell Shines
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Risky Whisker Island
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Pipe Path Tower
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Roiling Roller Isle
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Mount Magmeow
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
Guide Bowser's Fury Shine Locations - Wasteland Giga Bell
Every Cat Shine location detailed
While Super Mario 3D World is most definitely a good time, those of you who have already experienced the game on Wii U will be most interested in the excellent Bowser's Fury expansion, which offers an open-world setting with Cat Shines to collect. In this guide, we'll be showing you all of the Cat Shine locations...
News Nintendo's Digital Deals Sale Is Now Live, Up To 75% Off Hundreds Of Switch Games
Update: Ends today in NA, later in EU
Update: Here's a friendly reminder that Nintendo's huge Digital Deals sale is ending later today in North America; the sale will remain live in Europe up until 27th June. Full details below. Original Article (Wed 16th Jun, 2021 12:30 BST): Nintendo has kicked off a mighty Digital Deals sale on the Switch...
News Famicom Detective Club Remake Producer Would Like To Make A New Game In The Series
"We developed a fair amount of know-how"
Last month saw the launch of Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir and Famicom Detective Club: The Girl Who Stands Behind, remakes of two titles that had previously been exclusive to Japan for three whole decades. Developed by MAGES, the games seem to have gone down pretty well with those who decided to...
News UK Charts: Minecraft Dungeons Jumps 28 Places Thanks To Tempting Physical Sale
Ratchet & Clank stays on top
UK physical chart data is now in for the week ending 19th June, revealing that PS5 exclusive Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is still sitting pretty in first place. This week's top ten is a mostly familiar sight, with Minecraft Dungeons being the only real surprise with a 28-place leap into second spot. The game sold...
News Switch Error Code 2123-1502 - Nintendo Appears To Have Fixed Issue Related To Update 12.0.3
Update: Distribution of update data scheduled for next week
Update #2: It looks like Nintendo has fixed the dreaded Error Code 2123-1502. According to Nintendo's maintenance schedule on its official website, it performed network maintenance on 20th June. It would appear that the maintenance has fixed Error Code 2123-1502 – according to some...
Talking Point What's That One Switch Game You Can't Bring Yourself To Delete?
This is my comfort game! Leave me alone!
I've finally reached the point where almost every new game I download onto my Switch gives me the same response. "There's no room," it says, gesturing around the virtual space cluttered with games I haven't touched in months, or even years. "Where am I supposed to put this? Why don't you get rid of something...
News The First Review For Mario Golf: Super Rush Is Now In
Is it a hole in one?
There are a lot of Nintendo Switch games to look forward to, but one upcoming release that's just around the corner is Mario Golf: Super Rush. In fact, it's out next week! Ahead of the latest entry, the famous Japanese publication Famitsu has shared the very first review of the game. As you might already know, this outlet uses...
Guide Every Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Controller
The Joy of Joy-Con
One of the most wonderful things about the Nintendo Switch is the modular design, which allows you to remove your old boring Joy-Con controllers and slide in some new colourful ones to show the world how individual you are. There's quite a variety of different colours of Joy-Con available now (there are now over 250 possible...
Video 11 Nintendo Themed Microgames We've Found In WarioWare: Get It Together!
Have you seen them all?
Earlier this week, it was revealed the Switch would be receiving a brand new WarioWare game in September. WarioWare: Get It Together! includes more microgame action. As part of this, 9-Volt's Nintendo themed games will be returning. If you didn't already know, a number of these games were shown off during Nintendo's E3...
Guide Where To Buy The Limited Edition Zelda: Skyward Sword Joy-Con
Can you resist these two blue hues?
If you are anything like us, you've been looking forward to The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD which land on Nintendo Switch on 16th July. This would be exciting enough on its own, but along with this launch came some delightful new Joy-Con which will make you feel much more at home with the action. With The...
Guide Where To Buy The Zelda: Skyward Sword Zelda Loftwing amiibo
Lofty prices
While Zelda fans the world over waited patiently for more news on the upcoming Breath of the Wild 2, Nintendo served up a vintage helping of Zelda action this summer in the form of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD. Landing on the Nintendo Switch on 16th July, the release of this high-def remaster of the original Wii game was...
News Tekken's Kazuya Gets Added To The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Mural
The latest DLC fighter joining the battle
Nintendo's E3 Direct this year kicked off with the reveal of Tekken's Kazuya for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. As part of this announcement, it's a Smash Bros. tradition to add the latest fighter to the game's famous (and stunning) mural, and he slots in nicely between Daisy and Byleth. More about Kazuya i
News Sega Reveals Digital And Physical Versions Of Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania
Fancy rolling around as a Dreamcast?
This week, Sega finally made it official - confirming the existence of Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania. It's coming to the Nintendo Switch this October, and in the lead-up to its release, Sega has shared a breakdown of all the different versions and DLC players will be able to enjoy. First up, we've got the...
News Hotline Miami Appears To Be Getting Another Physical Run On Switch
The super brutal collection is back
In August 2019, the super brutal Hotline Miami Collection got a bit of a surprise release on the Nintendo Switch. Special Reserve Games followed this up with a two-in-one physical release in 2020. If you didn't manage to get hold of a hard copy last year, the good news is there'll soon be a more widely available...
News There's A New Update Available For Stardew Valley On Nintendo Switch
Fixes and more
The Nintendo Switch version of the insanely popular farming and social sim Stardew Valley has received a new patch. It bumps the game up to Version 1.5.4.2 As noted by the creator, ConcernedApe, it resolves some bugs and crashes, and that "notorious mummified bat" issue... This latest update follows on the release of Version...
Video Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Switch Vs. GBA Comparison
Pixels against polygons
Beyond a few Spirits in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the Advance Wars series hasn't seen a skirmish in thirteen years. At this point, we'd assumed this tactical, army-based RPG had been long forgotten, considering the developers Intelligent Systems have their flagship series, Fire Emblem, to fill that tactical gap. Then,...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 19th)
What are your weekend gaming plans?
E3 2021 is finally over, and we're still digesting the ins-and-outs of all the announcements. Nintendo's Direct presentation offered a little something for everyone, from the return of smaller-scale fan favourites to fresh peeks at Breath of the Wild 2 (no proper title yet, though), not to mention A NEW 2D MET
News Yes, Cruis'n Blast Is Getting A Physical Release On Switch
Take a look at the box art
One of the highlights for speed demons during Nintendo's E3 Direct earlier this week was the announcement the arcade title Cruis'n Blast would be coming across to the Switch. It's arriving this Fall, but one question that remains is will it be receiving a physical release? Yes, according to developer Raw Thrills, and...
News Doug Bowser Responds To Reports About "Upgraded Switch Replacement" (Again)
Nintendo is always looking at new technology
Leading up to this year's E3, there were ongoing rumours about Nintendo launching new hardware. Bloomberg even published a report at the end of May about an upgraded replacement model - supposedly arriving as soon as September. E3 has come and gone, and before the broadcast even began, Nintendo shot down...
News Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Calamity Version 1.2.0 Patch Notes - Fixes, New Functions And More
Update today
Nintendo yesterday released its first wave of DLC for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. As part of this, it's also updated the game to Version 1.2.0. So, what does the latest build include? Apart from some DLC preparation, it adds in an auto-tracking camera function and resolves "several issues" to enhance the game experience. Below...
News The Third Story Of Seasons DLC Has A New Trailer, And Even MORE People To Marry
Iris and Raeger are ready to woo
Following the release of the much-awaited Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town patch 1.0.5 in Japan, which fixed issues with the maker machines, loading times, and dialogue, the Japanese arm of Marvelous has just shown off the trailer for the upcoming Terracotta Oasis DLC. In the trailer, we can see new...
News Gameplay Video Showcases What's New In Doki Doki Literature Club Plus
Dan Salvata talks through some of the additions
For those that haven't played the original but are interested in picking up Doki Doki Literature Club Plus for Nintendo Switch, it's still rather mysterious (which is, indeed, part of the appeal). A visual novel with cute visuals, it's nevertheless consistently described as a psychological horror game...
News Nintendo Reassures Us That Bayonetta 3 "Still Exists" Despite E3 No-Show
"Not only does it exist, but it’s progressing well"
Stop us if you've heard this one before, but Bayonetta 3 "still exists" and is "progressing well" despite not appearing at this year's E3, Nintendo says. Since its initial reveal back in 2017, we haven't seen or heard a single peep about Bayonetta 3 other than Hideki Kamiya's reassurances that...
News Of Course Scalpers Are Already Flogging Metroid Dread's Special Edition And amiibo
Don't fall for it
The prospect of Metroid Dread's upcoming launch has fans of Samus' 35-year-old series super-excited, but sadly – and surprising no one – scalpers have already arrived on the scene to ruin everyone's day. As you may know, the game's being treated to a Special Edition release which comes with extra physical goodies, as well as...
News It Appears This Mario Party Superstars Minigame Has Been Adapted For Accessibility
You love to see it
Mario Party Superstars looks set to revamp some of our favourite boards and minigames from the series' history – and early footage suggests that it's going to look fantastic – but here's something even better. Mushroom Mix-Up, a minigame that Nintendo 64 owners might remember from the very first Mario Party, is making a grand...
Video Let's Dissect Zelda: Breath Of The Wild 2's E3 Direct Trailer
It's analysis and speculation time!
In Nintendo's E3 Direct, we finally got a new look at the upcoming sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. It was an intriguing trailer for lots of reasons – not least because it seemed to hide Link's face at every opportunity. What's up with that? Our lovely video team have been hard at work...
Reminder Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Calamity Expansion Pass - Wave 1 Is Now Available
Download it today
After what feels like quite a long wait, Wave 1 of the Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity - Expansion pass is now available. If you've already pre-ordered the expansion pass ($19.99 USD), your game should auto-update. Pre-orders also include a special bonus in the form of an extra costume and weapon for Link. These items are...
News Nintendo Confirms Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Will Include Online Support
More will be revealed soon
Apart from Metroid Dread, one of the other standout announcements of Nintendo's E3 Direct was the return of the Advance Wars games from the GBA generation. Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp is being
News Metroid Dread Tops Amazon's "Best Sellers" Chart
Samus is back!
E3 might have labelled Forza Horizon 5 the "most anticipated" title of the show this year, but Metroid Dread would like a word. Since its reveal at Nintendo's E3 2021 Direct, Samus' next adventure has become one of the best-selling games - with fans rushing to secure a standard copy, the special edition and the two-in-one amiibo...
News Don't Worry, Nintendo "Absolutely" Has Plans For Animal Crossing: New Horizons Going Forward
NoA president provides an update
Despite Animal Crossing: New Horizons' absence from Nintendo's E3 Direct this year, there's apparently no need to worry. Speaking to The Verge, Nintendo of America president, Doug Bowser, reassured fans the latest entry in the long-running life simulation series was still a big part of the company's future moving...
News Another Cloud Game Is On Its Way To Nintendo Switch This July
You can't have one without the other
Love 'em or hate 'em, cloud games on the Nintendo Switch have become a thing. So far there have been releases like Control Ultimate Edition and Hitman 3, and very soon another game will join them. It's the award-winning adventure title A Plague Tale: Innocence
Guide Potential Switch Port Round-Up - The Wii U Games That Haven't Come To Switch
Want that one
Update: And another one bites the dust: Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water is heading to Switch! Back in 2020 we asked you in a poll which games you'd most like to see return from Nintendo's previous console generation for an encore on Switch. Since then, we've seen another handful of games from that selection make the generatio
News Get Ready For Cris Tales With Its Gorgeous Opening Cinematic
It's close
The Switch has plenty of extremely interesting games on the way, one of which is undoubtedly Cris Tales. A title that'll likely plenty of nods to classic JRPGs, it'll also have its own ideas and is pitched to make particular use of 'time-bending' mechanics. It looks like a very strong effort from developer Dreams Uncorporated, and now...
Guide Metroid Games You Need To Play Before Metroid Dread
Here's how to catch up on Samus' story
After 19 years away, the Metroid series is finally returning to its roots with a brand new entry into its mainline 2D series. Metroid Dread will be the fifth game in the beloved franchise's core lineup when it launches on Switch this October, and if our chat with the game's producer is anything to go by, that...
Japanese Charts Game Builder Garage Beats Final Fantasy VII And Ratchet & Clank To Number One
Not a bad start, eh?
Famitsu's Japanese chart figures are now in for the week ending 13th June, revealing that Game Builder Garage has gone straight in at number one in its debut week. The game – which was treated to a physical edition in both Japan and North America, don't forget – managed to sell an estimated 71,241 copies at retail to keep...
And fans are hoping for more
Mario Party Superstars is set to receive Brazilian Portuguese localisation from launch when it releases this October, becoming the first of Nintendo's first-party titles to do so. Over the past few months, Nintendo has been increasingly improving its product availability and services across Brazil, with the Switch...
Nintendo Download 17th June (Europe)
Bullseye! Super! Smashing! Great!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail eShop - New Releases: The Sisters - Party of the Year...
News New Nintendo Infographic Shows Every Game Featured During The E3 Direct
Get circling your faves!
It's that time once again, folks! With this week's Direct all done and dusted, Nintendo has shared its usual infographic featuring all the games that made an appearance during the show. As has become tradition, you can now go ahead and download the image below to circle or highlight all the games you're interested in buying...
Nintendo Download 17th June (North America)
Strange Brigade! Tokyo Olympics! Alex Kidd!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - Highlights: ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the...
News Pokémon Unite Launches Next Month On Switch, But Mobile Players Will Need To Wait
Check out this new info and trailer
The Pokémon Company has shared plenty of new details on Pokémon Unite, confirming that the game will launch on Nintendo Switch next month. Mobile players will have to wait a little longer – the game hits Switch first in July, followed by a mobile launch in September – but it'll be free-to-start on both...
Nintendo veteran Yoshio Sakamoto on Samus' return on Switch
"Samus Aran and her cool warrior persona, the exploration element, and the various elements of surprise." According to series overseer Yoshio Sakamoto, these tenets are the consistent components of any game that carries the name 'Metroid'. As producer on the freshly announced Metroid...
News Hideki Kamiya Shares Irritation At Speculation Over Bayonetta 3
Hits out at 'reckless remarks'
Bayonetta 3 was certainly a notable absence from the Nintendo Direct at E3, even though there had been hints at its appearance (we'll come back to that later). Its ongoing absence and relative silence over its progress certainly has people talking; it was revealed in late 2017, and unless there's a surprise 'out now'...
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